#AskTheExpert my is is not gaining too much if weight.. he is in 6th month and weighs 6 kgs.. what should we do

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Dear mum, weight of 6 kg is fine in the 6th month, do not worry. Baby should double the birth weight by 6 months or earlier. For healthy weight gain, you should exclusively breastfeed till 6 months complete. Introduce top food after 6 months.

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